Who We Are
The attorneys at D.S. Erickson & Associates, PLLC apply their knowledge and extensive experience to several primary practice areas, including: creditor rights, health insurance litigation, commercial litigation, business law and estate planning.
Each staff member strives to provide the highest level of service to firm clients. Each attorney at D.S. Erickson & Associates is well versed in their respective practice areas. In order to achieve the best possible results in all areas of legal representation, D.S. Erickson & Associates employs highly skilled paralegal, paraprofessional and legal administrative support staff that work closely with firm lawyers. The attention to detail, work ethic and commitment to performance by staff helps to our make D.S. Erickson & Associates a phenomenal team that provides excellent results for clients.
Attorney Bios
D. Scott Erickson - Founder
Scott Erickson solves receivables problems and helps clients navigate business opportunities and issues. Representing large, institutional clients to relatively small business entities, Scott offers years of legal experience and business knowledge to client matters and assists clients in reaching their goals. Whether it is solving a collection issue, advising on contracts or offering guidance on complex business concerns, Scott provides sound guidance, curiosity and an “always a way” attitude to each client matter.
Scott founded D.S. Erickson & Associates, PLLC and is the firm’s president and chief manager. He not only advises businesses, he operates one and takes pride in his work family. While not at the firm, Scott can usually be found spending time with his wife and two girls. He spends a lot of time outdoors; he’s chalked up a marathon, loves to travel with his family, hunts birds, fishes, scuba dives, skis and strives to find a swing on the golf course. Not a lot of idle time, but that’s what he prefers.
Areas of Practice
Commercial Litigation
Consumer Collection Litigation
Health Insurance Litigation
General Business Representation
Bar Admissions
Minnesota, Arizona, Georgia, Texas, Iowa U.S. District Court District of Minnesota
Education
J.D., Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
B.A., University of Minnesota
Classes/Seminars
Minnesota State Bar Association, CLE Past Faculty Lecturer, multiple years; How to Collect Debts In Minnesota, speaking on “Working With Your Client” and The 2012 Debtor and Creditor Conference, speaking on “Issues Involving Health Care Related Debt”.
Professional Associations and Memberships
American Bar Association, Member
Healthcare Financial Management Association, Member
Texas State Bar Association, Member
Iowa State Bar Association, Member
Arizona State Bar Association, Member
Georgia State Bar Association, Member
Pro Bono Activities
Scott has served and continues to serve on various corporate and charitable boards. He has volunteered with the Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility and has participated as a speaker at numerous continuing legal education programs.
Timothy J. Henkel - Partner
Tim Henkel is a litigator and business transactions lawyer. Whether it is a complex insurance contract issue involving multiple institutional and large corporate entities in Federal Court or a routine merchant contract, Tim is deeply analytical, organized, prepared and thorough. Perhaps more importantly, Tim achieves excellent results for firm clients with a solutions oriented approach. Tim gets client matters resolved and enjoys the process.
Tim began his legal career as a Judicial Law Clerk in Freeborn County District Court, and then joined the firm in 2009 where he has since become a partner. Tim routinely litigates commercial, collection, ERISA, Medicare/Medicaid and other health care related disputes in state and federal courts.
When not practicing law, Tim is spending time with his wife and two boys. He enjoys golf, reading, travel, cheering on Minnesota sports teams and cooking.
Areas of Practice
Commercial Litigation
Consumer Collection Litigation
Health Insurance Litigation
General Business Representation
Bar Admissions
Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Arizona, Texas, U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, U.S. District Court District of Arizona, U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Minnesota, U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Western Wisconsin, U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Arizona
Education
William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
J.D. cum laude
Honors: Dean's List
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
B.A.
Major: Psychology
Professional Associations and Memberships
Healthcare Financial Management Association, Member
Wisconsin State Bar Association, Member
Texas State Bar Association, Member
Arizona State Bar Association, Member
Past Employment Positions
State of Minnesota, Judicial Law Clerk, 2008 - 2009
Pro Bono Activities
Mitchell Mentor Program, 2009 - 2011
Minnesota Fourth Judicial District - Volunteer Ethic Investigator, 2012 - 2013
Gregory E. Hanson - Associate Attorney
Greg Hanson represents some of the largest nonprofit hospitals in Minnesota, Florida and Wisconsin with regard to their various receivable issues, as well as numerous businesses in Minnesota, Florida and Wisconsin in commercial disputes. Greg believes strongly that businesses and individuals remain accountable for their obligations and is committed to protecting firm clients’ interests. Firm clients can count on Greg’s professional and respectful approach to resolving their issues.
Greg also helps individuals and families identify and achieve their estate planning goals. Greg’s planning services include: estate planning, drafting wills and trusts, trust and estate administration, health care directives and business succession planning.
Greg regularly donates his time pro bono as a volunteer for Minnesota Wills for Heroes and is passionate about service. When not practicing law, Greg spends time with his wife and dog usually outdoors. Greg enjoys running, hiking, climbing and cooking.
Areas of Practice
Commercial litigation
Consumer collection litigation
Workers’ compensation provider remedies
Creditors’ rights
Health law compliance
Estate planning
Trusts and estate administration
Bar Admissions
Minnesota
Florida
Wisconsin
U.S. District Court District of Minnesota
Education
J.D., Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
Health Law Certificate
Health Law Compliance Certificate
B.A., University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Honors and Awards
North Star Lawyer, 2015-Present
Rising Star- Super Lawyers, 2017 - Present
Professional Associations and Memberships
Minnesota State Bar Association, Member
Florida State Bar Association, Member
Wisconsin Sate Bar Association, Member
Pro Bono Activities
Wills for Heroes
Christopher M. Venjohn - Associate Attorney
Chris Venjohn is a detail-oriented attorney who works hard to protect the client’s interests. Chris values a close working relationship with clients so they are thoroughly informed, and are involved in their case as it progresses so they can make informed decisions that best suits their needs. Chris assists firm clients in achieving their goals, while working to resolve their issues.
Chris began his legal career as an attorney at a plaintiff’s employment firm in Kansas City, Missouri, where he developed a strong dedication to serving his clients. Chris then gained valuable courtroom experience as Legal Counsel for the Missouri Department of Revenue. After moving back to the Twin Cities with his family in 2018, Chris worked as a Judicial Law Clerk in Mille Lacs County District Court.
When not practicing law, Chris spends his free time with his wife and three children exploring the Twin Cities and all our community has to offer. Chris enjoys traveling, movies, cooking, golfing, and rooting for the Vikings.
Areas of Practice
Creditor’s Rights
Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions
Minnesota
Iowa
Missouri
Education
• J.D., William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
• M.A., University of South Dakota, Vermillion, South Dakota
• B.S., University of South Dakota, Vermillion, South Dakota